Meet the country's youngest ever NZ Funeral Association president

Bradley Shaw has just made history as the youngest-ever President of the Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand, an extraordinary milestone for someone who began his career in funeral service at just 16. Now in his early thirties and leading Gateway Funeral Services in Whakatāne and Kawerau, Brad brings deep experience, compassion, and a fresh perspective to the profession.

RNZ’s Nights programme spoke with Brad about his journey, his passion for serving families, and what this leadership role means for the future of funeral service in Aotearoa. To hear the full interview click here...